Colindy Labradors
Meet the breeder
I'm Helen W., the breeder behind Colindy Labradors located in Tucson, AZ. We produce pups that will continue to excel in their chosen field, whether that be working, showing, or as an active companion. We strive to produce outstanding puppies that are structurally sound, healthy, intuitive, and have wonderful temperaments.
Q. & A. with Helen
Why did you start breeding?
Colindy Labs is a small hobby kennel that was started by me and my friend, Elaine DeLucia. We met when we first delved into the world of dog shows. Elaine was showing her yellow boy, Colin, and I was showing my black boy, Indy. After spending a couple of years trying to convince ourselves we would never be breeders, along came Darla. And you can't be a breeder without a kennel name. So we took the plunge and, combining our two boys, we became Colindy Labs. Our dogs work hard, play hard, love hard, and are part of the family. We prepare all of our pups to excel in life.What makes your program special?
We love the Labrador Retriever breed. Our dogs have brought us so much joy and happiness that we wanted to give back to them by producing the highest quality dogs and providing them a wonderful life with loving families. Our goal is to not only produce beautiful puppies but to help promote responsible breeding in order to ensure that the Labrador Retriever will continue to thrive for generations to come. We are very dedicated to what we do and what we are trying to achieve as breeders. Our dogs are proven champions in the ring and in the hearts of their forever families.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include black and chocolate. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from Helen
Helen has been certified by Good Dog’s screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you’re ready to reach out, feel free to ask any questions about the breed, their program, or specific puppies.
Together, you’ll choose the puppy that’s right for you, stay in touch with regular updates, and plan how to bring your new puppy home.
Price
Connect with Helen to learn more details about pricing.
Contract & health guarantee
Helen may provide a written contract or health guarantee when you purchase a puppy. This helps protect both you and your breeder, ensuring that you both have a clear understanding of the terms of your puppy purchase. If Helen offers a contract or guarantee, the details will be personalized by them. If you have any questions or want to know more, don’t hesitate to reach out to Helen directly.
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What’s included
From Good Dog
- Lifetime support from Good Dog’s Care Team
- 10% lifetime discount on Figo pet insurance
- Puppy Training Program & private community
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Helen.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Tucson, AZ
5648 miles away
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More about Helen
Club memberships
Helen is a member of Papago Labrador Retriever Club of Arizona and Labrador Retriever Club of America.
Helen has been a member of Good Dog for almost 5 years
Helen was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
Helen’s links
Helen is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Colindy Labradors meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:
- Responsible breeding practices
- Health of breeding dogs and puppies
- Puppy environment and enrichment
- Buyer education and policies
Parent dogs
Amelia, mom
Labrador Retriever
About Amelia
Amelia is a female Labrador Retriever over 8 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Helen decided to make her part of their program. Helen has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Excellent level
Colindy Labradors reports to performing the health tests below on their breeding dogs. Ask your breeder about the tests performed on the parents of your litter. Learn more about health testing for Labrador Retrievers.
Hip Dysplasia
Hip testing reduces the chance of passing down hip dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause hip pain and the eventual loss of the function of the hip joint.
Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI)
Elbow testing reduces the chance of passing down elbow dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause arthritis in the elbow joint and front leg lameness.
Cardiac Evaluation (registered with OFA)
Heart testing reduces the chance of passing down congenital heart disease, which can cause a range of symptoms ranging from trouble exercising to heart failure.
PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd), Exercise Induced Collapse (EIC), Centronuclear Myopathy (CNM), D Locus (Dilute) DNA test
Genetic testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide variety of hereditary diseases of differing prevalence and severity such as Progressive Retinal Atrophy (an eye disease) and Von Willebrand's Disease (a blood disease).
